General Mills Sales, Inc. and Hamburger Helper are offering grants of up to $15,000 each month from September 1, 2006 through May 31, 2007. All requests for funding must be sponsored by a municipal or civic organization such as a public library or school.

When evaluating requests, the review committee will favor organizations the meet the following criteria: Demonstrate a need in a community;Illustrate a helpful, creative or innovative concept that meets this need;Clearly identify change/s that can be made as a result of receiving the award.

The online application consists of a 250 word description of the grant project. Applicants can request a one time award for a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $15,000 during any single month. Application info at http://myhometownhelper.com.